Driving down 101 is so fun. I love going to L.A. that way. It’s so beautiful and a lot more fun than 5, which is boring as hell. 101 passes through some amazing areas, especially in Santa Barbara County. That’s where it gets right up next to the ocean. Some of the most beautiful parts of California are along 101. Plus, you’d pass through SLO where my boyfriend is. :)
It was so fun when my boyfriend and I were heading down 101 and there’s a sign in San Jose that says “Los Angeles, 400 miles”. That’s when I had to yell “WOOO!” outside the window…lol, because we went all the way that day. :)
Highway 1 (Cabrillo/Pacific Coast Highway) is cool and beautiful too (it goes right along the ocean), but it takes really long. 101 takes longer than 5 and 1 takes longer than 101. Only go on 1 if you’re willing to take that much time. It’s also very windy*.
*Heh. I originally meant “windy” as in curvy, but “windy” as in the wind makes sense too. :)